BREAKING THE SILENCE: Understanding Deaf Culture and Filipino Sign Language

On October 1, 2011, Saturday between 8:30 - 12:00 noon, there will be a conference entitled BREAKING THE SILENCE: Understanding Deaf Culture and Filipino Sign Language at the Benitez Theater, College of Education, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines.

Do you want to attend? Find out how you can go for free.

TECHNOLOGY-SUPPORTED MATH INSTRUCTION FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: TWO DECADES OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT: A Reflection by a Special Education Teacher

After reading the paper "TECHNOLOGY-SUPPORTED MATH INSTRUCTION FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: TWO DECADES OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT written by Ted S. Hasselbring, Alan C. Lott and Janet M. Zydney in 2006 for Center for Implementing Technology in Education", I realized how much I have wanted to do the same here in the Philippines. Every time I listen to a colleague report about a topic or every time I hear new research about special education and technology, I always wonder how far are  we or are we (Filipinos) or are we even at par to the current developments in using multimedia and technology in our instruction?

What do you think? Are we at par? or not? Click read more...

2nd Regional AD/HD Conference (2011): Demystifying AD/HD (Understanding and Managing AD/HD)

As an advocate for children with special needs, it is important for me as a special education teacher to be abreast on the current trends, issues and even definitions related to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Hence, when I heard that the AD/HD Society of the Philippines will be having its 2nd Regional Conference this month, I did not hesitate to say "Sign me in". Click "Read more" to learn about the details of the conference. 

2nd Regional Conference of ADHD Society of the Philippines

2^nd REGIONAL CONFERENCE

Demystifying AD/HD  Understanding

and

Managing AD/HD

30 September, 2011

(7:00A.M. - 5:00P.M.)

Auditorium of the

Angeles University Foundation

Mc Arthur Highway, Angeles City, Pampanga

Part 2: TECHNOLOGY-SUPPORTED MATH INSTRUCTION FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

This is the second part of technology supported Math Instruction. If you want to read the first part, check it out at Part 1: TECHNOLOGY-SUPPORTED MATH INSTRUCTION FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

4. Making Calculations and Creating Mathematical Representations

Calculators used in Math Instruction

Technologies of this type often adaptive calculators that “serve as an equalizer in mathematics education” and “help students to more quickly and readily develop number sense, gain mathematical insight, and reasoning skills” (Pomerantz, 1997, p.2).

Handheld computers such as Palm devices and Pocket PCs offer an advantage of flexibility over traditional calculators. These handheld devices offer a great deal of computing power in a small package and a wide variety of software applications that can be used in a mathematics curriculum—database, spreadsheet, scientific probes/sensors, etc.

Part 1: TECHNOLOGY-SUPPORTED MATH INSTRUCTION FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

NCTI  MATHEMATICS MATRIX

This review of technologies available in supporting math learning for those with math difficulity will be guided by the NCTI Mathematics Matrix. The matrix identifies six purposes of technology use for supporting student mathematical learning, including (1) building computational fluency; (2) converting symbols, notations, and text; (3) building conceptual understanding; (4) making calculations and creating mathematical representations; (5) organizing ideas; and (6) building problem solving and reasoning. These six purposes support the development of students' declarative, procedural, and conceptual knowledge.

TECHNOLOGY-SUPPORTED MATH INSTRUCTION FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: TWO DECADES OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT: Summary Paper

The paper entitled TECHNOLOGY-SUPPORTED MATH INSTRUCTION FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: TWO DECADES OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT has adopted the term “math difficulty” to include terms frequently used to identify students who have difficulty with mathematics. This will include literature that addresses math achievement from various groups such as students at risk or at disadvantage, with dyscalculia, learning disabilities, and so on in order to see a more complete picture of how students struggle with mathematical knowledge and learning.

Numb3rz: Comments from a SPED Math Teacher

I have heard of the show Numb3rs before but I have not really followed the series. Honestly, because I didn’t think Math alone can solve a crime. After watching one episode of Numb3rz I realized that its not that Math can solve everything in a crime but rather the use of Math is elemental in solving these FBI crimes.